In this episode we invited Dr. Amanda Blankenship and Mr. David Roberson. Dr. Blankenship, PharmD, is a pharmacology  professor at KYCO and part of the faculty committee that conducts the open file interview. Mr. Roberson, MS, is the senior coordinator for KYCO Admissions and Recruitment.

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In this episode we invited Dr. Amanda Blankenship and Mr. David Roberson. Dr. Blankenship, PharmD, is a pharmacology  professor at KYCO and part of the faculty committee that conducts the open file interview. Mr. Roberson, MS, is the senior coordinator for KYCO Admissions and Recruitment.

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In this episode we invited Dr. Sarah Sweeney an assistant clinical professor at UMSL and part of the faculty that conducts the open file interview.

Dr. Sweeney graduated top of her class from SCO in 2011 and completed a residency in private practice in 2012. She shares her experience at UMSL to give prospective students some insight on the culture at UMSL.

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In this episode we invited Dr. Sarah Sweeney an assistant clinical professor at UMSL and part of the faculty that conducts the open file interview.

Dr. Sweeney graduated top of her class from SCO in 2011 and completed a residency in private practice in 2012. She shares her experience at UMSL to give prospective students some insight on the culture at UMSL.

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In this episode, we discuss popular interview questions, possible topic of discussion and how to leave a lasting impression on your interviewer.

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In this episode we go over the OPTOMCAS platform, the multiple sections of the application and how to plan and prep for the required material to present a competitive application.

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In this episode we discuss how to plan out your personal statement, what to include and what NOT to include and how to write a personal statement that will impress admissions committees.

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In this episode we discuss how to prepare for the Optometry Admissions Test and how to budget your time and money to maximize your time and score.

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In this episode we discuss how to prepare for Optometry school during your undergrad years and how you can make the most out of your time in undergrad

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Welcome to Keepin' it O.D. !!

I am so thrilled to be launching this show to connect with Pre-Optometry students. Make sure you follow the show on Instagram @keepin.it.od to stay up to date and involved.

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Come back next week for a brand new episode all about the undergrad years.